Joe Robinson
Joseph Robinson (31 May 1927 – 3 July 2017) was an English actor and stuntman born in Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland. He was a champion professional wrestler. He made his film debut in 1955's "A Kid for Two Farthings", in which he wrestled Primo Carnera. His film and television career really took off in the 1960s and in 1962 he appeared in British classic "The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner" alongside appearances in "The Saint" and "The Avengers" in 1963.
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- 1927-05-31 · Newcastle upon Tyne, England, UK
- Died
- 2017-07-03
Known for
- Diamonds Are Forever (1971) — Peter Franks
- Barabbas (1961) — Bearded Gladiator
- The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner (1962) — Roach
- The Avengers (1961) — Max
- The Saint (1962) — Austin
- Fear Factor (2001)
- Carry On Regardless (1961) — Dynamite Dan Grimsby
- A Kid for Two Farthings (1955) — Sam Heppner
- The Bulldog Breed (1960) — Tall Sailor
- Doctor in Distress (1963) — Sonja's Boyfriend
- Thor and the Amazon Women (1963) — Thor
- Hancock's Half Hour (1956)
- Sea Fury (1958) — Hendrik
- The Strange Awakening (1958) — Sven
- Theatre 625 (1964) — Arkwright Son
- Inside 'Diamonds Are Forever' (2000) — Self